Restaurant and Bar Manager - Exeter

James Webber Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium dining and bar concept in Exeter is seeking a driven and experienced Restaurant & Bar Manager. You will play a key role in shaping the venue's success, leading the team, and maintaining high service standards. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience in hospitality, a strong focus on guest satisfaction, and the ability to drive sales and manage costs effectively.

Benefits

Salary from £40k

Additional benefits package

Career development potential

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a busy restaurant or bar-focused hospitality environment.
• Strong team leadership and training capability, inspiring excellence through example.
• Knowledge of bar operations, product quality standards, and beverage trends.

Responsibilities

• Support the GM in managing all aspects of restaurant and bar operations.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing front-of-house and bar team.
• Uphold exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction across all areas.
• Assist in curating and maintaining a premium beverage and cocktail offering.

Skills

Leadership experience in hospitality

Team training and development

Knowledge of bar operations

Commercial acumen

Guest-focused service

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Job description

Restaurant & Bar Manager - Exeter

JWR is delighted to be supporting a newly opened independent, premium dining and bar concept in Exeter. We are seeking a driven and experienced Restaurant & Bar Manager to play a key role in shaping and sustaining the continued success of this exciting new venture.

Package

• Salary from £40k
• Additional benefits package
• Opportunity to be part of a high-profile opening with strong career development potential

The Role

As the Restaurant & Bar Manager, you will work closely with the General Manager to ensure seamless day-to-day operations across both the restaurant and bar.

You will lead from the front, championing exceptional service standards, overseeing bar programme execution, and inspiring a motivated and high-performing team.

Your role will be pivotal in maintaining a premium guest experience, driving sales, and supporting the development of the venue's bar and dining culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the GM in managing all aspects of restaurant and bar operations
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing front-of-house and bar team
• Uphold exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction across all areas
• Assist in curating and maintaining a premium beverage and cocktail offering
• Ensure bar compliance with licensing laws, stock management, and cellar control
• Drive revenue and profitability while effectively managing costs
• Maintain all health, safety, licensing, and food & beverage compliance standards
• Be an active, visible presence on the floor and behind the bar, setting a standard for service excellence

About You

• Proven leadership experience within a busy restaurant or bar-focused hospitality environment
• Strong team leadership and training capability, inspiring excellence through example
• Knowledge of bar operations, product quality standards, and beverage trends
• Commercially astute with a strong focus on maximising sales and managing costs
• Guest-focused, passionate about delivering exceptional dining and bar experiences
• Energetic, hands-on, and adaptable within a fast-paced environment

If you're an ambitious hospitality leader ready to take on an exciting role at one of Exeter's newest premium venues, apply today.